BMW 3 Series (E36)
Service Manual:
1992, 1993, 1994, 1995,
1996, 1997, 1998

The BMW 3 Series (E36) Service Manual: 1992-1998 is a comprehensive, single source of service information and specifications specifically for E36 platform BMW 3 Series models from 1992 to 1998.

Bentley service manuals provide the highest level of clarity and completeness for all service and repair procedures. Enthusiasts, do-it-yourselfers, and professional technicians will appreciate the quality of photos and illustrations, theory of operation, and accurate step-by-step instructions. If you're looking for better understanding of your E36 BMW, look no further than Bentley.

E36 models and engines covered in this BMW repair manual:

• 318i/is/iC
  (M42 - 1.8 liter engine)
  (M44 - 1.9 liter engine, OBD II)
• 323is/iC
  (M52 - 2.5 liter engine, OBD II)
• 325i/is/iC
  (M50 - 2.5 liter engine)
• 328i/is/iC
  (M52 - 2.8 liter engine, OBDII)
• M3
  (S50US - 3.0 liter engine)
  (S52US - 3.2 liter engine, OBD II)

Transmissions covered:

Manual (remove, install, external service)

• Getrag S5D 250 G
• Getrag S5D 200 G
• ZF S5D 310 Z
• ZF S5D 320 Z

Automatic (remove, install, external service)

• A4S 270 R
• A4S 310 R
• A5S 310 Z

Technical features:

• Maintenance procedures from brake fluid changes to resetting the Service Indicator. This manual tells you what to do and how and when to do it.
• Engine and cylinder head service, repair, and reconditioning, including camshaft timing chain setup and adjustment.
• Information for specific BMW 3 Series driveability problems, including explanation of engine management systems and OBD (On-Board Diagnostics).
• Theory of operation and repair information for DISA (Dual Resonance Intake System) on 4-cylinder engines and VANOS (Variable Valve Timing) on 6-cylinder engines.
• Drivetrain maintenance, troubleshooting, adjustment and repair, including hydraulic clutch, gearshift linkage, and driveshaft.
• Heating and air conditioning repair, including A/C component replacement.
• Body adjustments and repairs, including convertible top replacement and adjustment.
• Wiring schematics for all circuits, including power distribution, grounds, and component location illustrations and photos.

Additional technical content

For additional technical content for the 1992 through 1998 BMW 3 Series models, visit our online technical library by clicking below.

Online Technical Library
BMW 3 Series MY 1992 - 1998 (E36)

Publishing note: Prior to April 2012, this book was published in a softcover edition (ISBN 978-0-8376-0326-1)